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Updated March 22, 2024·
When deciding between the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and the Maypug 15" Laptop, consider that the ThinkPad often offers robust performance and durability, making it suitable for business professionals and demanding tasks, yet its higher price reflects this quality. The Maypug, meanwhile, might be more budget-friendly but could compromise on performance and build. If you prioritize battery life and portability, the ThinkPad usually excels but if your usage is more casual and you're sensitive to price, the Maypug could meet your needs adequately. For intensive tasks like 3D work, machine learning, or gaming, the ThinkPad’s higher cost may be justified. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
- The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkPad T14.
Key differences
General Use
8.5
5.8
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
321.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14, with a strong CPU and ample RAM, is known for its high-quality screen and long battery life, making it well-suited for general tasks, while also being portable. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop, although having sufficient storage and decent keyboard and speakers, falls short in essential aspects such as CPU performance and screen quality, which diminishes its effectiveness for everyday use and can lead to a frustrating experience.
Gaming and AI
6.7
5.6
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.3/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 typically has a more capable integrated or discrete GPU and a higher screen refresh rate than the Maypug 15", which enhances gaming and 3D performance. While both have competent CPUs and screen quality, the GPU and refresh rate deficiencies in the Maypug make it less suitable for tasks that require fast graphics rendering.
Engineering and Design
8.0
5.6
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality GPU, making it well-suited for demanding engineering applications and ensuring smooth performance on design tasks; it also boasts a superior screen for detailed visuals. On the other hand, the Maypug 15" Laptop falls short in these areas, which could lead to sluggish performance and less precise graphics rendering in engineering and design software.
Content Creation
8.3
5.9
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
8.3
5.9
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
6.9
5.7
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
321.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14's screen offers crisp imagery and bright colors suited for productivity and engineering tasks, thanks to its high resolution and color accuracy, but it falls short for gaming due to a lower refresh rate. The Maypug 15" laptop struggles across all uses as its display lacks the sharpness, brightness, and color range needed for general activities and professional work, and its refresh rate doesn't meet the demands of gaming or 3D applications. For engineering and design, the ThinkPad's color gamut coverage ensures that professionals see accurate colors, whereas the Maypug's screen likely produces less vibrant and true-to-life colors.
Battery
9.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has 9 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good portability, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.0
5.1
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,241
$600
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a price of $1,241 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
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How the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and the Maypug 15" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo ThinkPad T14 | Maypug 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,241 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2023 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.5'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.96 lbs | 3.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.51" | 13.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.93" | 11.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | Intel Celeron N5095 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 39.3 Wh | 29.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 321 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.5/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.4/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Benjamin Herzig | December 2023
"We like a lot about this laptop. It has many ports, with the inclusion of RJ45-Ethernet as a defining feature. WWAN is upgradable for maximum flexibility and the ThinkPad has many security functions. Working with the ThinkPad input devices is a lot of fun, and Lenovo puts in a serviceable Low Power panel. The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U delivers a great performance and does not drain the battery fast. Fan noise and temperatures are nothing special, but also far away from bad. With the user replaceable keyboard, the ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 has a special feature rarely present on most modern laptops."
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About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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